The Cisco IP/MPLS Backbone Solution

A Converged Mobile Network for Greater Efficiency and Faster Time to Market

Mobile networks are evolving daily. A surge in customer demand for different types of broadband data, and multimedia services is putting pressure on mobile network operators to deploy and manage new products and services. Mobile operators worldwide are migrating to third-generation (3G) networks to support the vast array of new revenue- generating service opportunities. One common factor in the various

3G standards is the increased role of IP and the clear evolution towards an all IP network. Mobility

Cisco IP/MPLS Solution Delivers the “The evolution to a core IP network is essential to the Following Capabilities: future architecture of the Vodafone systems. Cisco’s Converge Multiple Independent Networks Transition from multiple, single-purpose networks to one converged experience in IP is critical to Vodafone transforming single network for packet-based voice, video, signaling, and data its business into really being a next generation services. You gain economies of scale and faster time-to-market service provider. It really opens up the opportunity for 3G services and IP applications such as voice over IP (VoIP) and VPNs. MPLS VPN technologies allow one physical network to be for Vodafone to create the next generation of a mobile partitioned into many independent VPNs, each with its own distinct business and mobile services...” characteristics, traffic types, and Quality of Service (QoS) features predefined by the operator. For instance, your SS7 signaling traffic – Alan Harper, Group Strategy Director, Vodafone and internal MIS traffic can be securely transported on the same network.

Deploy High-Quality Mobile IP Services Cisco IP/MPLS takes advantage of the intelligence of IP routing, Cisco IP/MPLS Backbone Solution the switching characteristics of ATM, and end-to-end QoS controls that allow you to prioritize and guarantee different types of traffic. Cisco Systems® has been working closely with leading mobile With advanced QoS, voice quality is not affected by a migration to IP. operators to make this transition easier through the use of Cisco® In fact, Cisco has worked with mobile vendors to help operators IP Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) technology. globally migrate from circuit-switched-based Mobile Switching Cisco IP/MPLS helps you deploy and manage the newest IP and Centers (MSCs) to IP-based voice network using distributed MSC 3G mobile voice, data, and video services cost-effectively by and media gateways without any compromise in voice quality. converging your existing networks into one, while increasing scalability and bandwidth efficiencies. Provide IP Carrier Class Reliability and Availability Cisco IP/MPLS supports advanced features such as traffic Cisco IP/MPLS solution is supported on the industry-leading Cisco engineering (TE) and fast reroute (FRR) which enable an IP network routing platforms at both the network core and edge. The Cisco to recover rapidly from various types of failures. Cisco IP experts routing portfolio includes Cisco 12000 and XR 12000 series routers will help design and architect your IP backbone to help ensure that and Cisco CRS-1 Carrier Routing System at the core; and Cisco there is always sufficient protection and bandwidth built into your 7600 and 10000 series routers at the edge. network. QoS mechanisms also help ensure that critical traffic types are rerouted within seconds in the event of a network failure. Cisco routers have embedded features to help protect the IP network from security threats such as distributed denial of service (DDOS). Furthermore, the pioneering Cisco IOS XR Software, supported on the Cisco XR 12000 Series and Cisco CRS-1, provides IP carrier- class availability with valuable capabilities such as in-service software upgrade (ISSU).

The Cisco IP/MPLS Backbone Solution 2 Offer Long Term Scalability to Grow Capacity and Services Cisco IP/MPLS solution offerings allow you to scale from 2.5G to 10G or even 40G networks as traffic, customers, and services Mobile Operators IP/MPLS Networks grow. Innovative Cisco leading technology helps you easily The diagram below shows a mobile operator’s network. deploy services so you can quickly meet new and accelerating It illustrates how the IP/MPLS technologies can be used customer demands. in the backbone network to carry all the data traffic and support VoIP. Lower Operating and Capital Expenses With a converged IP/MPLS infrastructure, you can reduce For mobile operators that also have a fixed-line business, duplication and complexity in your network—resulting in cost Cisco IP/MPLS brings all existing and future network savings from fewer transmission lines, less network equipment, services under one network environment for end-to-end and less physical rack space for the equipment. QoS, security, management, and other efficiencies. Without Cisco IP/MPLS, newer data and multimedia services are Protect Your Existing Investment expensive and complex to deploy and manage on older You can continue to use your existing network investments, network technologies. whether they are based on ATM, TDM, Frame Relay, or other technologies. A Cisco IP/MPLS backbone can preserve your investments by transporting traffic from various access networks in a mobile network infrastructure and by permitting the use of MPLS-enabled ATM switches to start the transition to an IP/MPLS backbone.

Mobile Operators IP/MPLS Networks

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The Cisco IP/MPLS Backbone Solution 3 Cisco IP/MPLS is an Integral Part of Cisco’s For More Information IP Next-Generation Network (IP NGN) Mobile More information on Cisco IP/MPLS can be found at Network Vision www.cisco.com/go/ipmpls Cisco IP NGN provides the anytime, anywhere availability of voice, Additional information on the Cisco portfolio supporting IP/MPLS data, and video IP applications on digital devices of many kinds. solutions are available at: Mobile operators need an application layer that can integrate new www.cisco.com/go/crs services over a single broadband infrastructure, and a secure www.cisco.com/go/12000 network layer like IP/MPLS that converges multiple networks into www.cisco.com/go/10000 one for extensive cost savings and timely service deployment. www.cisco.com/go/7600 Cisco IP/MPLS is rapidly emerging as a core technology for IP Learn more about Cisco products and technologies for mobile NGNs, a proven Cisco multiservice architecture that has been operators by contacting your account manager or visiting deployed in service provider environments worldwide. www.cisco.com/go/mobile Why Cisco As the undisputed IP leader, Cisco Systems provides the technology, solutions, and expertise that mobile operators need as they transition to IP NGNs. Cisco has a proven track record of technology leadership, investment protection, and world-class customer support. Cisco IP/ MPLS is supported on the latest, most advanced Cisco hardware with a rich set of carrier-class features and capabilities powered by Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XR Software. Deploying solutions that deliver greater network intelligence, integration, and overall flexibility will help you keep pace with new demands and ultimately boost your competitive advantage.

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